EYTransaction Advisory Services Manager - Operational Transaction Services - Cyber Diligence Manager - New York in
New York, New York

Are you building your tomorrow, today? Then think about a career with our Operational Transaction Services (OTS) team. We have a market-leading proposition to create and maximize value for our clients, whether they are acquiring or divesting assets, or undertaking operational restructuring.

The opportunity

We work on the most complex and high profile global transactions, across a broad portfolio of clients and industry sectors. We are a group of experienced industry professionals with a background in operations who are serial transaction advisers, which enables us to bring a wealth of deep sector and functional knowledge to our clients. As a team, we prepare and execute separation and integration plans, identify ideas and sources of value enhancement, as well as advise on risk mitigation and the successful change of operations, functions and people.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager in OTS you will be a vital member of the team managing and executing operational focused projects. You'll execute and manage projects across all sectors, supporting our client service team in developing and executing strategies for transactions. Part of your role will also involve developing experience across a range of different type of engagements, including pre-deal (e.g. operational due diligence and carve-out planning) and post-deal (e.g. integration planning, tracking day-1 readiness). Having a commercial mind-set is key to this consulting based role.

Skills and attributes for success

Project Management – be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across the TAS sub service lines

Business and Commercially Driven – working in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients

Business Development - assist in aspects of pursuits, including presentations and client meetings. Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work

Learning - Learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences

Building Relationships - Strong working relationships with senior clients, including influence, advice and support to key decision makers

To qualify for the role you must have

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or Information Technology and 5 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 4 years of related work experience

MBA is a plus

Significant management consulting experience

Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights

Experience in business integrations, divestitures, and/or carve-outs with a demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis

In-depth experience across wide spectrum of IT security including Strategy and Roadmap, Infrastructure and Application Security, Vendor Management and Procurement, Spend Analysis and Benchmarking, Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance

Experience working with IT security leadership (CISO, CIO) and business leadership (CEO, CFO, COO, BU President, etc) to assess cybersecurity issues and opportunities

Experience leading and managing in complex business environments

The ability to make detailed assessments of technology, operations or manufacturing infrastructure

The ability to synthesize approaches to complex integration/divestiture conflicts

The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts

Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally

Executive presence with strong written and verbal communication skills

The ability to develop detailed, compelling and analytical PowerPoint/Excel/Word/Visio deliverables to convey complex thoughts and ideas to various stakeholders

Exposure to various sectors such as financial services, healthcare, pharma, power and utility, energy, retail and hospitality, and technology

Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks such as FFIEC, NERC CIP, PCI, HIPAA, and HITECH a plus

CISSP, CISM, CIPP, CRISC, ITIL, and IAPP certifications a plus

Must be willing and able to travel up to 80% on short notice

Ideally, you’ll also have

A proven record of excellence in a mergers or acquisitions transactions role

Experience gained within another large professional services organization

Established networking skills in a relevant industry

What we look for

We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them – often in politically charged environments. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 15 days of vacation plus ten observed holidays and three paid personal days, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career within a dedicated mergers & acquisitions consulting practice in a Big 4 firm

A clear unified strategic focus across the team, with emphasis on taking an entrepreneurial approach to work

Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most recognized and engaging colleagues in the industry

The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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